10 Ways to use Washi Tape
Hi everyone, it’s Shari here! If you’re like me, you have A LOT of washi tape in your stash. I’m not sure if I’m a hoarder or if it just lasts so long, but I have a bunch and I keep buying more.
I thought it would be fun to show you a few ways to use it. I went with the home office theme, creating mini books, frames, cards and clips… all coordinating in some of my favorite colors and style.
To start out, I created my own bunting or banners to put on a Thank You card.
I found a quick and easy way of making my own envelope by sealing the sides with washi, I love this because it matches my card.
Then I carried the bunting on into decorating a frame. I used a bit of washi to accent the frame and glass. I think this would make a great dry erase board!
Next up is is a fun way to decorate a little notebook. I have a bunch of these little books too! Super quick and easy!
Here’s another thing you can do with your notebooks or even your reading books. Wrap the page edges you want to highlight!
I have these clips, some are black some are silver toned, I covered a black one to go with my notebook.
And while I was at it, I also covered some clothes pins. I’ll be putting magnets on the backs of these to use as clips.
Back to card making, washi tape makes it a really quick way to jazz up a tag and to add a little interest to to the background.
Okay… So I got a bit crazy on this one! I used my washi in small strips to create a background and to hold a white tag in place. Then I die cut a washi covered panel to create my graffiti letters! FUN!!
And finally… I go to crafting retreats where we all share our supplies. I wrapped some of my pens and tools for easy identification!
I’ve shot a video showing a few tips on how I created some of my projects. You can also see the video on our Simon You Tube channel. I hope you enjoy!
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Below are some suggested supplies that I’ve used.
Awesome ideas! I just found a new storage place for my Washi tape and I found out I have over 100 rolls! These ideas will help me actually use my stash instead of just hoarding them for their prettiness. I follow the blog by email.
Thanks for sharing! I have so much Washi tape! Now I know what else I can do with it!
Great ideas…I’ve got lots of washi to use myself!
Thanks for sharing these great ideas for using washi tape. I know I have plenty in my stash and know I’m not the only one.
Great cards using Washi Tape!
Some great ideas here. I have a lot of Washi that I seldom use, now I have some ideas. Thanks!
Well done Shari! Once again you blow me away with your design and colour skill! Love the use of washi tape – so many ideas now floating around in my head for birthday presents and gift giving. Thank you!
Superb addition of washi tape in all your beautiful projects!!! Thanks to sharing how to ues them , love it!
What a fun post! Love every, single thing you created using Washi tape! Awesome ideas, Shari!
Great ideas! I love washi tape!
FABULOUS ideas! I love washi tape!
Great ideas, thank you.
These ideas are just too cute! Makes me want to dive into the washi tape craze too!
Thank you! I always struggle to use washi, so those tips are great :)
great inspirational video – I love your ideas – my favorite was the page-highlighting option
LOVE Washi! Ger x
LOVE washi tape, so thanks for the inspiration.
OMG, these are totally awesome! L.O.V.E. all this inspiration!
Hwo fun. Hmmmm!!!
Such FANTASTIC ideas! I love it!
Wow-very very cool. Love the washi on the clothes pins and binder clips. and notebooks !!
Like the washi tape tips. I especially like the idea of using it on page edges.
Melissa
“Sunshine HoneyBee”
I have bought so much washi tape because they are so pretty but haven’t used them yet. LOL. These ideas are just what I need to get me started. Such fun and pretty ways to dress up all sorts of things. I especially like your tips of sticking washi on pages to high light them. Now all I need are some ideas on how to store the washi tapes. LOL
Oh WOW! These are soooo cute and amazing, Shari! Thank you for sharing your awesome projects. :-D
Shari, So sweet of you to share your washi ideas!!! Thanks!
Great ideas! I tend to hoard my washi tape and don’t use it nearly enough!
superb post, loved all your tips and ideas!!
These are some fun ideas for washi tape!
I am a hoard..I mean collector of washi tape :-D
Great ideas!
So many good ideas, and i have so very many rolls of washi tape!
Wow, the cards are stunning! Thanks for sharing.
What is it with us and the washi tape lol?! I too have SOO many rolls of it – if it goes on sale I absolutely CAN’T resist. I have made the decorated binder clips before – makes something so blah so much more fun! Thanks for all the tips!
great ideas… love my washi tape!
Thx for all the great instructions.
You’re a creative genius…I’m breaking out my washing tape and no notebook in my home will ever be the same!
OMG, I want every single roll of washi you used, they are gorgeous!
Awesome! Love all the uses.
Really neat projects! Great way to think outside the box, and not limit washi tape to just cards or scrapbook pages. I’ve pinned this post for future reference & inspiration. Tfs!
Love all the ways you used that tape! And you still have more!!!
I just love washi tape and try to incorporate it in all my projects. Thanks for sharing yours!
Great ideas! Already have my Copics wrapped!
You never cease to amaze me with your creativity Shari! Great ideas as always.
Thanks for all the great ideas. I love washi tape!
Thank you for the inspiration to use washi tape. i love the patterns of it, but was stuck with how to use it.
This post is precious, I have begun to buy washi tape just few months ago but I never use them yet. It’s time to make it
What great ideas-I needed that, I don’t always know how I should use the washi tape I have. Thanks for sharing!
Wow Shari! I wouldn’t have thought of all your ideas. Love the clothes pins! !! Thank you so much for sharing. I really enjoyed it.
Great tips Shari! Now I need 1000 more ways to finish up my collection :)
Great projects!
I love all of Shari’s ideas. I’m especially glad that she reinforced the idea of using a medium of some kind on top of the washi tape when it is especially important that the tape stays down.